The lease agreement between the CRA and Cocoa Beach Main Street involves office space on South Orlando Avenue. The CRA administrator recommended the approval, and the motion passed without opposition.

The discussion regarding the mural concept took center stage during the meeting, with CRA administrator introducing the topic. The Surfside Playhouse, a staple in the community for over 60 years, was identified as a key aesthetic improvement location in the town center. Steven Mogel, president of the board of Surfside Playhouse, presented several mural design options, emphasizing the need for a design that would promote community awareness of the playhouse. He noted that the current perception of the building resembled a warehouse, which led to its unnoticed presence by residents and visitors alike.

Mogel also mentioned the Playhouse’s increased efforts to engage with the community through various events and activities. He offered multiple design options, including a preferred design by his partner, and outlined potential costs ranging between $3,000 and $2,000. The discussion among the CRA members and Mogel revolved around selecting a design that was both visible and representative of the Playhouse’s identity. The favored design featured traditional theatrical masks and surf elements, deemed most legible by the members present.

The meeting concluded with an agreement to consider the favored mural design and an additional design featuring a Cocoa Beach vibe as top choices. Mogel acknowledged the need for these selections to be approved by the full Playhouse board and mentioned the possibility of incorporating the designs into a mural contest organized by Main Street in June.